From cosy cabins nestled in the mountains to ultra-modern houses just walking distance from town, here are some of the best places to stay in Jindabyne and its surrounds.
If you’re planning adventures in the Snowy Mountains, whether that be skiing in winter or hiking in summer, Jindabyne is an epic base camp. You’ll have plenty of dining options to choose from, the convenience of shops at your fingertips, and a range of accommodation that is usually more affordable than an on-mountain stay.
Here, we found 17 incredible Jindabyne accommodation options, in and around town, that suit all travellers.
1. Snowbell
Best for: groups, families, central location
An easy 10-minute walk into Jindabyne, multi-generational families or groups of friends will feel at home in this brand-new contemporary four-bedroom property that sleeps up to 10 guests.
If you’ve got kids in tow, the bedrooms with bunks and a trundle will make for epic sleepovers. Conveniently for families, there’s a full kitchen and laundry, as well as a covered balcony with barbecue and a lower deck with a fire pit – an idyllic apres-ski spot with mountain views.
2. Wonder on Alice
Best for: groups, families, central location
Designed for long days on the mountain, particularly during the snow season, this house has all the mod-cons including an infrared sauna room to soothe sore muscles, a drying room for boots and snow gear, and heated polished concrete floors to keep feet toasty.
The sleek and modern three-bedroom home sleeps eight guests, with a full kitchen, lounge, laundry and a fenced-in backyard with a mini golf set-up.
3. NRMA Jindabyne Holiday Park
Located on the edge of Lake Jindabyne, a stone’s throw from shops, bars and restaurants, NRMA Jindabyne Holiday Park is an affordable way to experience the mountain. It offers both unpowered and powered camping and a range of cabins and villas – but it’s the Glamtainers and the tiny homes that really stand out.
The Glamtainers are converted shipping containers that can sleep four people in a queen bed just off the lounge and two singles in a separate room. Soothing in a cream, tan and eucalypt colour palette with timber and black accents, the stylish stay is complete with a kitchenette, bathroom with a full walk-in shower and an indoor fireplace for snuggly winter days. The tiny homes can also sleep four and are brand-new to the holiday park. They feature a queen bed and a bunk bed, modern furnishings in neutral colours and a kitchenette and small verandah.
4. Hilltop Eco Cabin
Best for: couples, seclusion, off-grid
On the outskirts of Jindabyne (a 15-minute drive), this secluded cabin is what alpine dreams are made of. Set on 40 hectares with panoramic views that stretch to the snow-capped peaks, this high-elevation cabin is often layered with snowfall during winter.
Simple and neutral in design, the cabin has a queen bed, a full bathroom, a kitchenette, a fireplace and bi-fold doors that open onto a deck, the perfect perch to soak up the sunshine year-round with sweeping mountain vistas to boot.
The cabin is energy-neutral, using solar power, a rainwater catchment system and compositing – and there’s no wi-fi so you can truly unwind in nature.
5. Glamping in the Snowy Mountains
Best for: couples, seclusion, off-grid
Go off-grid in this safari-style tent nestled on a 30-hectare property on the Snowy River, with dreamy views of the surrounding mountains. It’s 10 minutes’ drive from the town of Jindabyne and just 20 minutes from Kosciuszko National Park but feels totally secluded.
The off-grid element encourages guests to get back to nature, but with all the creature comforts including a plush queen bed, lounge, kitchenette with coffee machine, verandah with outdoor tubs, and a gas heater. There’s a separate shower and toilet, too.
6. Banjo Paterson
The iconic Banjo Paterson Inn is one of Jindabyne’s best places to eat and drink, and its accommodation makes for a great base when exploring the Snowy Mountains. The newly renovated guest rooms have a contemporary look with a mountain feel and can all sleep four people, featuring a queen or king bed with a bunk.
Lakeview room types boast views of Lake Jindabyne, which is just across the road, and the Lakeview Superior Apartment can sleep seven people with the added convenience of a kitchenette. Best bit? You’re in the middle of the Jindy action.
7. Tiny Luxury Escape
Completely off-grid but just 15 minutes’ drive from Jindabyne, this tiny house feels like a true escape with views of snow-capped mountains. It can sleep four people in two loft bedrooms and comprises a kitchenette, small seating area and full bathroom.
Its location means that during the winter months, the ground is often blanketed in snow, making for a magical scene when you wake in the morning.
8. Crafters Cabins
Best for: couples, seclusion, eco-friendly
Blending luxurious design with eco credentials and a quintessential Snowy Mountains bush setting, Crafters Cabins max out on cosiness and romance. A true alpine escape just 10 minutes from Jindabyne, these two cabins boast stone-clad walls, a toasty gas fireplace, and an outdoor woodfired hot tub for soaking with mountain views or under an uninterrupted starry sky. Each cabin has a king bed, full kitchen, living and dining and views of Crackenback Peak through the expansive sliding doors.
9. Horizons Lake Jindabyne
Sitting on the edge of Lake Jindabyne with tranquil views, Horizons Lake Jindabyne is a great option for travellers who prefer a resort-style stay.
The property features a restaurant and bar complete with a fireplace, an outdoor beer garden, an indoor heated pool, a gym, a tennis court and bike hire. The three types of self-contained apartments are simple but modern and can sleep up to six guests.
10. Mill Cabin
A short drive from Jindabyne, this luxe cabin is the ultimate slow stay. Nestled in the alpine woodlands of Thredbo Valley, there are sweeping views of the Snowy Mountains.
Built from 26 tonnes of granite rock and Australian hardwood timbers, the construction of the cabin was a conscious process.
Inside, a kitchen stocked with essentials, a wood fire and a range of board games and cards to replace tech. Outside, guests can soak in the Japanese-inspired cedar bathtub. During winter, expect snow to make this iconic Aussie setting even prettier.
11. The Jindy Inn
Best for: couples, central location, wellness
Smack-bang in town, this simple lodging offers motel-style accommodation. Choose from the Garden Rooms, Standard Balcony rooms that overlook Lake Jindabyne and Superior Lake View rooms, all of which feature a king bed.
Many of the spaces in the inn have been recently refurbished, giving the old motel a modern look and sense of place with Australiana wallpaper and artworks of native wildlife. Owners Claire and Eric wear many hats: they are passionate about wildlife, and caring for injured and sick wombats at their home, and Claire also runs The OM Collective, with yoga classes held regularly at The Jindy Inn.
12. Discovery Parks Jindabyne
Best for: families, views, central location
Perched on the tranquil shores of Lake Jindabyne, Discovery Parks – Jindabyne is an easy 30-minute drive to the ski fields and a short drive into town. The park has unpowered and powered sites, as well as an array of cabins to choose from, including affordable studio cabins to modern two-bedroom cabins with fireplaces.
It’s a great spot for couples, families and groups alike with a sauna, outdoor lawn games such as chess, a tennis court, a playground, a bouncing pillow, barbecues and a kiosk.
13. Lake View Suites
Best for: families and groups, views, central location
As its name suggests, these contemporary two- and three-bedroom apartments boast water views, from their elevated position above town. These newly built suites are an excellent choice for families or a group of friends travelling together, with plenty of space and amenities. Each suite comprises a kitchen, with living and dining areas, a laundry and a balcony with a barbecue. From the complex, it’s a 15-minute walk into town for shopping and dining.
14. Troldhaugen Lodge
Best for: couples, views, central location
The Snowy Mountains or Norway? This quaint boutique lodge may look more at home in a European ski village but is centrally located in Jindabyne. The adults-only accommodation features four room types: a double room with a queen bed, a large king room, a superior king room with lake view and a two-bedroom suite, which can sleep four. All renovated rooms are tastefully decorated in cosy modern furnishings and feature locally made toiletries.
There’s a central lounge area, which has lovely views over the town and Lake Jindabyne. All bookings include a continental breakfast and it’s a 10-minute walk into town for other dining.
15. Hamilton House
Best for: groups, luxury, seclusion
Located at the edge of Jindabyne and at the gateway to Thredbo and Perisher Valley, Hamilton House is a private and luxurious escape set on two hectares of land. The accommodation is all plush and modern, with a rich colour palette that reflects the landscape, and can suit groups of different sizes with the option to add on curated local experiences such as a private chef or yoga by the lake.
The five cosy Luxe Huts can sleep up to three guests, with a fireplace, kitchen and laundry facilities. There is also a two-bedroom villa that can sleep up to four and has a kitchen, laundry facilities and a front terrace. The Hamilton House is a six-bedroom home that sleeps 14 guests, with a kitchen and living area, media room, fireplace, drying room and private barbecue area.
16. Big Yard Escapes
Best for: seclusion, couples, luxury
A 20-minute drive from Jindabyne, this 25-hectare property fronts the Mowamba River in Moonbah. The secluded stay has two tiny homes nestled in the bushland, offering an off-grid experience where the only company is the local wildlife.
Both solar-powered homes sleep two in a plush double bed and feature a kitchenette, bathroom and large windows that immerse you in the surrounding bushland. Guests can unwind around the firepit outside after a long day on the slopes or mountain biking.
17. Big Yard Farm
Best for: Families, groups, seclusion
Not to be confused with Big Yard Escapes (they’re both located on Big Yard Road), Big Yard Farm is an off-grid holiday home sitting on a 40-hectare property. This is a regenerative working cattle farm, and comprises four dams with trout plus roaming wildlife such as kangaroos, emus, wombats and deer.
The three-bedroom home can accommodate up to six guests and your pup (on request). There is a full kitchen and living area, two fireplaces, a pool table, an outdoor terrace for the warmer months and lawn games such as boules and croquet.
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